Islamabad: Saidpur Village is being developed into an international-standard tourist and commercial hub, with modern facilities and new attractions for visitors, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced on Wednesday.
On the minister’s directives, a large-scale anti-encroachment operation has been launched against unauthorized structures in Saidpur Model Village. Several buildings that had been illegally occupied for years without rent payment were vacated as part of the drive. Officials said the operation is being carried out indiscriminately against all constructions raised on 360 kanals of land after 2005.
During a visit to the site, the interior minister reviewed the ongoing upgradation and beautification works. He instructed Capital Development Authority (CDA) and District Municipal Administration (DMA) officials to take strict action against encroachments without any discrimination. He further directed that vacated properties should be auctioned transparently.
Naqvi also announced plans to introduce well-known restaurants from Karachi and Lahore in Saidpur Village to enhance its charm for visitors. He said the revival of Saidpur will not only beautify Islamabad but also provide residents with a new recreational destination.
“All resources will be utilized to develop Saidpur into an international-standard tourist and commercial hub, offering modern facilities to visitors,” the minister said, while also stressing the need for cleanliness in and around the village.
CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa briefed the minister that satellite imagery is being used to identify illegal constructions built after 2005. He added that efforts are also underway to restore the green core area of Saidpur Village.
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